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Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Simple story presented in a beautiful way captures the viewers: Hemant Rajaram Shinde at #MIFFdialogue
Mumbai, 31 May 2022
We have advanced a lot digitally, but still a simple story presented in beautiful way always captures the viewers. This is what director Hemant Rajaram Shinde said at #MIFFdialogue held on the sidelines of 17th Mumbai International Film Festival today.
Talking about his film, Jungle Mangal, Hemant said, the film presents never seen before colour, texture and contrast as every texture is original and hand-painted. That is the beauty of the film.
“The team has chosen the characters and presented the story in a manner, so that it will give a mild, less violent, interesting and comic experience to the kids unlike other series”, added the director.
About the Film: Jungle Mangal
Director: Hemant Rajaram Shinde
Producer: Hemant Rajaram Shinde
Writer: Nitin Natthuji Kamone
DOP: Nitin Kamone
Editor: Hemant Rajaram Shine
Director’s Bio:
Hemant Rajaram Shinde is an animation director with over twenty years of Experience in CG Animation and VFX across domestic and international television series, advertisements and feature films. He has headed 3D animation projects like the Noddy TV Series, Ramayana and Toonpur Ka Superhero, which integrated both 3D animation and live action. He spearheaded the 2D to 3D Stereo conversion of the Indian cult classic Sholay and was one of the core team members in the development of the animated television series Motu Patlu.
Synopsis:
Jungle Mangal is slapstick chase comedy between the Junglians and the Manglians for their secret mission to catch the moon. During a brief period in the night when their Planet Mars comes near Earth, the Mangalians on instructions of their King enter the Jungle to steal secret objects required for their mission. This initiates a resistance from the Junglians, leading to a series of comic moments.PIB MIFF Team | SSP/AA/DR/MIFF-34
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
171.79 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
India's Active caseload currently stands at 6,97,802
Active cases stand at 1.64%
Recovery Rate currently at 97.17%
1,50,407 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 4,13,31,158
58,077 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
74.78 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 14,91,678 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
Ministry of Development of North-East Region
North-East Festival commemorating Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav
Union minister for DONER, culture and tourism Shri G.Kishan Reddy arriving tomorrow for two day visit in Manipur
Union minister for DONER, culture and tourism Shri G.Kishan Reddy is scheduled to Visit Manipur , On 2nd May, Minister will virtually inaugurate of ISTT at Khuman lampak at 3.20 pm. Shri G.K Reddy will also pay a visit to the temporary campus of sports University at Khuman lampak where he will interact with the students of the University at 4.30pm. Later, he will watch a final football match.he will meet state CM Shri N Biren Singh in the evening.
On 3rd May, Union Minister will kick off a Badminton tournament at D.M College campus,Imphal at 8.05 am. Shri Reddy will also review tourism projects at Loktak Lake, Moirang at 9.30pm. Later he will review of cultural projects at INA,Museum. Later, Union minister will depart Imphal for Guwahati.
The Manipur event is a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav : North East Festival being celebrated across all the eight North Eastern States from 28th April, 2022 to 4th May, 2022. This has been organized by the Union Ministry of DONER with the spirit of "Hum Kisi Se Kam Nahi". India is currently celebrating its 75 years of Independence, her glorious history, people, culture and achievements during the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, the Ministry is highlighting the beauty of the North-Eastern Region and its achievements in various fields through this festival. Similar events, on varied themes, are being held in various capital cities of the NE States under the ongoing festival.
Competition Commission of India
CCI approves acquisition of 72.49% stake  in Quality Care India by BCP Asia II
The Competition Commission of India  has approved acquisition of approximately 72.49% stake in Quality Care India by BCP Asia II.
The Proposed Combination envisages acquisition of ~72.49% of the total equity shareholding of Quality Care India Limited , on a fully diluted basis, by BCP Asia II Topco IV Pte. Ltd  from Touch Healthcare Private Limited.
The Acquirer is controlled by funds advised and/or managed by affiliates of Blackstone Inc.
The Target is a multi-specialty healthcare provider established in 1997. It operates a network of multi-speciality hospitals under the brand name ‘CARE Hospitals’ in various cities in India. The Target, directly and through its downstream affiliates, has 17 healthcare facilities  serving 7 cities in 6 states in India, with ~2,400 beds.
Ministry of Power
Ministry of Power organizes ‘Ujjwal Bharat-Ujjwal Bhavishya’ festival in Goa
The Ministry of Power organizes 'Ujjwal Bharat- Ujjwal Bhavishi' festival in Goa. The Bijli Mahotsavs are being celebrated all over the country under the umbrella of Ujjwal Bharat Ujjwal Bhavishya – Power @2047 for more public participation and getting across the developments in the power sector to the citizens at large. To celebrate the occasion, various programs have been organized in Goa between July 25 and 30.
In the State of Goa, the programme at Pernem on July 25 will include a review of the Ministry of Power's journey so far, cultural programs based on the concept of energy and street plays. Minister of Power and NRE, Government of Goa Shri Ramakrishna Dhavalikar will grace the occasion. This will be followed by programs at Bicholim, Sanguem, Canacona. The Mahotsav will conclude with a program organized in the presence of the Chief Minister at Panaji on July 30.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Harnessing Experience of Retired Persons in Sports
Pension of sportspersons has been doubled with effect from 1.4.2018 under the Scheme of ‘Sports fund for Pension to Meritorious Sportspersons’. After doubling the pension amount is as below:
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S. No.
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Category
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Monthly Pension

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1
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Medallists at the Olympic Games / Para Olympic Games
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20,000
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2
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Gold medallists at the World Cup/World Championship  in Olympic and Asian Games disciplines
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16,000
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3
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Silver and Bronze medallists at the World Cup in Olympic and Asian Games disciplines
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14,000
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4
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Gold medallists of the Asian/ Commonwealth Games/Para Asian Games
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14,000
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5
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Silver and Bronze medallists of the Asian/Commonwealth Games/ Para Asian Games
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12,000
Retired sportspersons are provided service opportunities against sports quota in Central Government and its entities. Retired sportspersons are also supported to set up academies and coaching facilities under National Sports Development Fund.
This Information was given by the Minister of State  Shri Kiren Rijiju in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today
Cabinet
Cabinet condoles death of former Union Cabinet Minister, Smt. Sushma Swaraj
The Cabinet expresses profound sorrow at the sad demise of Smt. Sushma Swaraj, former Union Cabinet Minister in the night of 06th August, 2019 at AIIMS. New Delhi. In her passing away, the country has lost a distinguished leader and an outstanding parliamentarian.
The following is the text of the Resolution:-
“Born on February 14, 1952 at Ambala in Haryana, Smt. Sushma Swaraj graduated from Sanatan Dharma College, Ambala Cantt. and obtained Bachelor of Law degree from Punjab University, Chandigarh. She was also conferred Honorary Doctorate by the Agriculture University, Kanpur. In 1973, she started practice as an advocate in the Supreme Court of India.
Smt. Sushma Swaraj entered public life at a young age and won election to the Haryana Legislative Assembly at the age of 25 years in 1977 and became Cabinet Minister for Labour and Employment in the State Government of Haryana. She was again elected as a member of Haryana Legislative Assembly and became the Cabinet Minister for Education, Food and Civil Supplies during the period 1987 to 1990.
In 1990, she was elected to the Rajya Sabha and in 1996, as a member of the 11th Lok Sabha when she became the Union Cabinet Minister for Information and Broadcasting. In 1998, she was again elected to the 12th Lok Sabha and held the portfolio of Union Cabinet Minister for Information and Broadcasting and also for Telecommunications as an additional charge. In October, 1998, she became the first woman Chief Minister of Delhi. Thereafter, in April, 2000, she was again elected to the Rajya Sabha and became the Minister for Information and Broadcasting from September, 2000 to January 2003 and then the Minister for Health and Family Welfare and Parliamentary Affairs from January 2003 to May 2004. In April, 2006, she was re-elected to Rajya Sabha. In 2009, she was elected as a member of the 15th Lok Sabha and became Leader of Opposition from December, 2009 to May, 2014. In 2014, she was elected to the 16th Lok Sabha. She served as Union Cabinet Minister for External Affairs from May, 2014 till May, 2019.
Smt. Sushma Swaraj will always be remembered for her exceptional oratorial skills and a compassionate approach. She was an able administrator and an affable person with humane touch who won the hearts of all by helping Indians in distress abroad. For these qualities, she was declared as "India's best loved politician" by the US daily 'Wall Street Journal' in 2017.
The Cabinet places on record its appreciation of Smt. Sushma Swaraj's services to the Nation in different capacities. The Cabinet also extends its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family on behalf of the Government and the entire nation.”
Ministry of Finance
DRI Mumbai seizes 665 animals of exotic species in Air Cargo Complex import consignment
Directorate of Revenue Intelligence , Mumbai Zonal Unit seized 665 animals of many exotic species in an import consignment from Air Cargo Complex, Mumbai. This is one of the biggest seizures of rare and exotic wildlife species in Mumbai, informed DRI.
A large number of exotic species such as pythons, lizards, turtles, and iguanas were found concealed in the cartons containing fish. The importer and the person to whom he was supposed to make the delivery have been arrested. Further investigation is under progress said DRI.
Based on intelligence input, the Mumbai Zonal Unit of the DRI intercepted the consignment on 6 October after it arrived at the Air Cargo Complex. On thorough examination in presence of officers of the Forest Department and Wildlife Crime Control Bureau, a large numbers of exotic species such as pythons, lizards, turtles, iguanas etc were found concealed in the cartons containing fish.
The import of such species, listed under appendices to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora , is banned. Since the animals were sought to be smuggled in the country, they were seized under the provisions of Customs Act read with the Foreign Trade Development  Act.
Source : Directorate of Revenue Intelligence
Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
Release of Final Estimates of 2019-20 and First Advance Estimates of 2020-21 of Area and Production of Horticultural Crops
Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare has released the Final Estimates of 2019-20 and First Advance Estimates of 2020-21 of Area and Production of various Horticultural Crops. These are based on the information received from States and other source agencies.
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Total Horticulture
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2018-19
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2019-20

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2019-20

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2020-21

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Area
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25.74
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26.22
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26.46
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27.17
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Production
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311.05
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319.57
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320.77
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326.58
Highlights of 2019-20 
- Total Horticulture production in 2019-20 is estimated to be 3.12% higher than 2018-19.
- Increase in production of Fruits, Vegetables, Flowers and Spices is seen whereas decrease in Plantation Crops and Aromatics & Medicinal Plants is registered over 2018-19.
- The Fruits production is estimated to be 102.03 Million Tonne compared to 97.97 Million Tonne in 2018-19.
- The production of Vegetables is estimated to be 188.91 Million Tonne, against 183.17 Million Tonne in 2018-19.
- Onion production is estimated to be 26.09 Million Tonne, against 22.82 Million Tonne reported in 2018-19.
- Potato production is estimated to be 48.56 Million Tonne, compared to 501.90 Million Tonne in 2018-19.
Highlights of 2020-21 
- Total Horticulture production in 2020-21 is estimated to be 326.58 Million Tonne, an increase of about 5.81 Million Tonne  over 2019-20.
- Increase in production of Fruits, Vegetables, Aromatics & Medicinal Plants and Plantation Crops, while decrease in Spices and Flowers over previous year, is envisaged.
- The Fruits production is estimated to be 103.23 Million Tonne compared to 102.03 Million Tonne in 2019-20.
- The production of Vegetables is estimated to be 193.61 Million Tonne, compared to 188.91 Million Tonne in 2019-20.
- Onion production is estimated to be 26.29 Million Tonne, compared to 26.09 Million Tonne in 2019-20.
- Potato production is estimated to be 53.11 Million Tonne, against production of 48.56 Million Tonne in 2019-20.
Click here for detailed data
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
National Museum of Indian Cinema Open to the Public: Tuesday – Sunday, 11 AM – 6 PM
The National Museum of Indian Cinema, at Films Division Campus, Peddar Road, Cumbala Hill, Mumbai has been opened to the public from Sunday, January 20, 2019. The Museum has been inaugurated by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on January 19, 2019. The Prime Minister took a tour of the Museum, after which he addressed a gathering of the film fraternity. Speaking on the occasion, he congratulated everyone for the inauguration of NMIC, which he said showcases the entire history of Indian cinema in one place. He also congratulated the film fraternity, under whose guidance Indian cinema has been continuously making new strides.
Governor of Maharashtra Shri C. Vidyasagar Rao; Chief Minister of Maharashtra Shri Devendra Fadnavis; I&B Minister Col. Rajyavardhan Rathore; Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Shri Ramdas Athawale; Shri Shyam Benegal, Head of Museum Advisory Committee, NMIC; Chairman, CBFC Shri Prasoon Joshi and a galaxy of film personalities graced the inaugural function of the Museum.
The Museum would be open to the public, from Tuesday – Sunday , from 11 AM to 6 PM.
About the Museum
The Museum is housed in two buildings – the New Museum Building and the 19th century historic palace Gulshan Mahal – both at the Films Division campus in Mumbai.
A) The New Museum Building has four Exhibition Halls which encapsulate:
- Gandhi & Cinema: it not only depicts the movies made on the life Mahatma Gandhi but also showcases the deep impact his life had on cinema.
- Children’s Film Studio: it gives visitors, particularly children, an opportunity to explore the science, technology and art behind filmmaking. It offers hands on experience on various facets associated with making cinema like camera, light, shooting, experience of acting, etc. – presented in an interactive format. The exhibits displayed include chroma studio, immersive experience zone, stop-motion animation studio, virtual makeover studio, etc.
- Technology, creativity & Indian cinema: it showcases the creative use of technology by Indian film makers over the years to produce cinematographic impact on the silver screen.
- Cinema across India: it showcases the charismatic kaleidoscopic presence of the vibrant cinematographic culture across India.
B) Gulshan Mahal is an ASI Grade-II Heritage Structure which has been restored as part of the NMIC project. The displays present here showcase the journey of over a hundred years of Indian cinema. It is divided into 9 sections viz. The Origin of Cinema, Cinema comes to India, Indian Silent Film, Advent of Sound, The Studio Era, The impact of World War II, Creative Resonance, New Wave and Beyond and Regional Cinema.
Ministry of Women and Child Development
Pradhan Mantri Mahila Shakti Kendra Scheme
Government of India approved implementation of Mahila Shakti Kendra Scheme on 22nd November, 2017. The scheme envisages community engagement through college student volunteers in aspirational districts, as well as setting up of District Level Centres for Women  and State Resource Centres for Women  to support the implementation of women centric schemes/programs and to function as Project Management Units for BetiBachaoBetiPadhao Scheme.
The Scheme is implemented through State Governments and UT Administrations with a cost sharing ratio of 60:40 between Centre and State except for North East & Special Category States where the funding ratio is 90:10. For Union Territories 100% central funding is provided.
The challenges faced while implementing the scheme include non-availability of college faculty members/colleges in certain Blocks in aspirational districts, and difficulties in engaging student volunteers. Task Forces are set up at national/state/district levels for monitoring/oversight and course correction. Video conferences/meetings/visits have also been undertaken to review the implementation of the scheme.
State Governments have been requested on different occasions to expedite approvals and release of State share of funds.
Under Mahila Shakti Kendra Scheme, District Level Centres for women are approved for all districts as per Census of India, 2011. Funds have been released for implementing Mahila Shakti Kendra Scheme as per approved scheme guidelines. Details of funds released State/UT-wise including Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu are Annexed.
This information was given by the Union Minister of Women and Child Development, Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
National Zoological Park begins celebration of 69th Wildlife Week with theme "Partnerships for wildlife conservation"
National Zoological Park kick-started the celebration of 69th Wildlife Week with the theme "Partnerships for wildlife conservation", honoring the people who are making a difference, on the theme of UN World Wildlife Day 2023 and activities in context to wildlife conservation.
Wildlife Week is celebrated every year to coincide with the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and to follow his principles of Ahinsa and Compassion for all living beings. The activities planned for the week at National Zoological Park aim at using inclusive and collective participation for the conservation cause. The National Zoological Park will celebrate “Wildlife Week - 2023” from 02.10.2023 to 08.10.2023.
Today the programme was started with floral tribute for animals died in the National Zoological Park. After this activities were inaugurated with lightning of lamp by the dignitaries Shri Bivash Ranjan, ADG , MoEF&CC, Shri Sanjay Shukla, Member Secretary Central Zoo and Dr. Faiyaz A. Khudsar, Biodiversity Expert, University of Delhi. Awareness activities were organized like Nukkad Natak, expert talk on Biodiversity, video on mission LiFE and pledge.
Participating students and zoo staff have showed the enthusiasm till the end of programme. The goal of arranging this activity at National Zoological Park was to create awareness about wildlife, biodiversity and also to promote the concept of Lifestyle for Environment by staying close to the nature. Souvenir and participation certificates were distributed to all participating students.
Ministry of Power
Implementation of Time of Day Electricity Tariff System
The Union Minister for Power and New & Renewable Energy has informed that the Ministry of Power vide notification dated 14.06.2023 has issued the Electricity  Amendment Rules, 2023 wherein the rule for Time of Day  Tariff has also been specified. The Minister informed that the main features of these Rules are as under:
i. ToD tariff for Commercial and Industrial consumers having maximum demand more than 10 kW shall be made effective from a date not later than 1st April, 2024 and for other consumers except agricultural consumers, the ToD tariff shall be made effective not later than 1st April, 2025.
ii. ToD tariff shall be made effective immediately after installation of smart meters for the consumers.
iii. ToD tariff, during the peak period of the day, for Commercial and Industrial consumers shall not be less than 1.20 times the normal tariff and for other consumers it shall not be less than 1.10 times the normal tariff.
iv. Tariff for solar hours, of the day, to be specified by the State Commission shall be at least twenty percent  less than the normal tariff for that category of consumers.
v. ToD tariff shall be applicable on energy charge component of the normal tariff.
vi. The duration of peak hours shall not be more than solar hours as notified by the concerned State Electricity Regulatory Commission or State Load Despatch Centre and the duration of solar hours shall be eight hours in a day as specified by the State Commission.
The Minister informed that the draft Rules were circulated for comments of stakeholders on 20.04.2023. The views/suggestions received were examined and suitably incorporated in the aforesaid Rules.
This information has been given by the Union Minister for Power and New & Renewable Energy Shri R. K. Singh, in a written reply to a question, in Rajya Sabha today, August 2, 2023.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles the passing away of Ahmed Patel
The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the demise of Ahmed Patel.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, "Saddened by the demise of Ahmed Patel Ji. He spent years in public life, serving society. Known for his sharp mind, his role in strengthening the Congress Party would always be remembered. Spoke to his son Faisal and expressed condolences. May Ahmed Bhai’s soul rest in peace."